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New Lenox · 78.72

Reservation of land for public use

Summary

This section requires residential subdividers and developers to dedicate land or make cash contributions for public use, including park, village, fire, library, and police communication needs. The amount of land to be dedicated is calculated based on the estimated population of the development.

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comprehensive plan adopted by the village, the location of sites dedicated pursuant to this section shall be approved by the village board, provided that the village board must give any and all affected park district board(s), county forest preserve district board(s), fire protection district board(s), and/or library district board(s) an opportunity to submit written recommendations regarding the location of such sites. If there is not a planned park within the subdivision or planned unit development...shall be provided with erosion control devices as required by state or village regulations prior to acceptance by the village board. Except in those specific areas designated by the village for development as playfields or other active areas, all trees, other plant materials, streams, and other natural features shall be retained on land to be dedicated for public use, unless specifically cited by the village for removal by the developer. d. Shape of site. Dedicated land sites and/or open space

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Darien · 5A-10.4

Required Site Landscaping In Route 83 Corridor

Summary

This ordinance requires site plan approval applicants in the Route 83 Corridor to submit a landscape plan that meets specific standards for grassed areas, minimum plantings, and approved types of trees and ground cover, while also prohibiting certain tree species.

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from the ground. The following trees are prohibited: Box elder Catalpa Mulberry Poplar Tree-of-heaven Willow (b) Evergreens: Evergreens shall be provided and shall be a minimum of six feet (6') in height. (c) Ornamental Trees: Ornamental trees shall be provided and shall not be less than two inches (2") in caliper measured six inches (6") from the ground and not less than six feet (6') in height. (d) Border Plantings And Foundation Plantings: Border plantings and foundation plantings...covering in the landscape plan. 5. Credits: Credit against the requirements of this Section shall be allowed for existing vegetation and other landscape features of a quality and of a size as required herein, which the applicant proposes to preserve and/or enhance on an equal basis. In all cases, the Zoning Enforcement Officer may attach such conditions to the granting of the credits provided for herein, as may serve to secure or enhance the continued well-being of all vegetation

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Campton Hills · 9.5.4.9

Rights-Of-Way

Summary

This section outlines the general requirements for road and right-of-way improvements within subdivisions in Campton Hills. It mandates design considerations for topography, drainage, safety, and public convenience, and requires adherence to state, county, and township highway standards. The section also specifies conditions for private roads and the integration of existing and planned road networks.

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ensure two (2) ingress/egress locations, subject to approval by the Village Staff and Village Board. Stream crossings must be located to minimize stream disturbance. Bridges or culverts of sufficient size must be used for all perennial stream crossings to preserve stream channel width and natural stream substrates. 8. When land adjacent to an existing road is subdivided and the existing road is not improved to a standard as high as that required for proposed subdivision roads, the subdivider is required...assure the healthy growth of such landscaping. M. Mailboxes: All mailboxes shall be installed by the owner, developer or subdivider at his expense, and shall be installed in accordance with the regulations of the US Postal Service. N. Parkway Trees: Parkway trees (minimum two- and one-half inch (2.5") trunk diameter (DBH)) shall be planted along all streets and cul-de-sacs constructed with the development. Such trees shall be planted at the center of the parkway at a rate

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Buffalo Grove · 17.44.060

B-5 town center planned district

Summary

This section establishes the Buffalo Grove B-5 town center planned district, intended to foster a pedestrian-oriented central area. It defines the district's boundaries with specific street references and provides a metes and bounds description for a portion of that area.

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arrangement of buildings, parking areas, walks, lighting and appurtenant facilities shall be adjusted to the surrounding land uses and any part not used for buildings, other structures, parking and loading areas, or access-ways shall be landscaped with grass, trees, shrubs, and pedestrian walks to create a character in total harmony with the Town Center concept. b. District requirements: District Minimum Lot Area Maximum Lot Coverage Maximum Density F.A.R. Residential 5 acres .35 30 DU/A 1.0 Commercial/ Recreational 10 acres...forms of planting and vegetation, ground forms, rock groupings, water patterns, and all visible construction except buildings and utilitarian structures. a. Where natural or existing topographic patterns contribute to the beauty and utility of a development, they shall be preserved, enhanced and developed. Modification to topography will only be permitted where it contributes to appearance or is necessitated by engineering considerations. b. Grades and slopes of walks, parking spaces, terraces and other paved areas shall provide an inviting and comfortable

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Sauk Village · 82.5

General terms definitions

Summary

This section of the Sauk Village municipal ordinance provides definitions for various terms used throughout the chapter, primarily related to zoning and building structures. It clarifies the meaning of words like 'abut,' 'accessory structure,' 'awning,' and 'balcony' to ensure consistent interpretation of the zoning regulations.

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rock or involves the diversion or piping of any natural or manmade watercourse. Landscaping means a ground cover that contains one or more of the following materials: grass, decorative rock, wood chips, shrubs, flower and vegetable gardens and trees, and to exclude patios, sidewalks, and open decks materials as qualifying as a landscaping material. Light trespass means the spilling of light, whether directly, indirectly or by glare onto a lot, parcel or public way other than the lot or parcel...Plat Act. Parking area means land area used for parking motor vehicles and the areas of access to parking spaces and public streets or alleys. Parking, land-banked, means designating land on a site to be held and preserved for an additional parking. Parking, off-street, means the storage space for an automobile on premises other than streets, alleys or rights-of way. Parking, on-street, means the storage space for an automobile that is located within the street right

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Willowbrook · 4.6.3

Small Wireless Facility Construction In Rights-Of-Way

Summary

This section establishes regulations for the siting and collocation of small wireless facilities within Willowbrook's rights-of-way and commercially/industrially zoned properties. It aims to facilitate deployment while minimizing visual impacts and encouraging creative design.

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proposed small wireless facilities. All small wireless support infrastructure and poles shall be integrated through location and design to blend in with the existing characteristics of the site to the extent practical. Existing on-site vegetation shall be preserved or improved, and disturbance to the existing topography shall be minimized unless such disturbance would result in less adverse visual impact to the surrounding area. The following provisions establish design and concealment standards for small wireless facilities. (a) Building Attachment: Small...street furniture concealment products such as trash cans, benches, information kiosks, or other types of enclosures reasonably compatible to conceal ground level equipment. Additionally, the use of a concealment support or device, such as a clock tower, steeple, flagpole, tree, wayfinding sign, decorative pole with banner, art work, street sign, or other applicable concealment structure may be approved. (c) Review Of Concealment Element Plan: Where a small wireless facility is proposed that does not comply with a preferred concealment technique

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Lakemoor · 22.011

Definitions

Summary

This section provides general rules for interpreting the chapter's language, including grammatical conventions and the hierarchy of definitions. It then defines specific terms used within the chapter, such as 'Accessory Building' and 'Adult Use'.

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developed. Net density refers to the number of units per acre of land devoted to residential use. DENSITY BONUS. An increase in the number of residential dwelling units on the site in order to provide an incentive for the preservation of open space and/or construction of affordable housing pursuant to this chapter. DESIGNATED CAREGIVER. A person who: (1) Is at least 21 years of age; (2) Has agreed to assist with a patient's medical use of cannabis...sides by a fence for the exclusive purpose of continuous or occasional confinement of one or more animals commonly kept as household pets. DRIP LINE. The perimeter formed by the points furthest away from the trunk of a tree where precipitation falling from the branches of that tree lands on the ground. DRIVE-THROUGH ESTABLISHMENT. An establishment at which patrons may be served without leaving their motor vehicle. Any restaurant, bank, dry cleaning establishment or other business having drive

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Romeoville · 132.048

Criminal Trespass To Real Property

Summary

This ordinance defines criminal trespass to real property, outlining actions such as knowingly entering or remaining in buildings or on land without authority, or after receiving notice to depart. It also includes specific provisions for agricultural lands and the removal of posted notices.

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lessees shall concur in the decision to post their own property. (b) Nothing in this division (B)(2) shall be construed to authorize the owner or lessee of any real property to place any purple marks on any tree or post or to install any post or fence if doing so would violate any applicable law, rule, ordinance, order, covenant, bylaw, declaration, regulation, restriction, contract or instrument. (C) This section does not apply to any person, whether a migrant worker...person may also be liable to the owner for court costs and reasonable attorney’s fees. The measure of damages shall be: (a) The actual damages, but not less than $250, if the vehicle is operated in a nature preserve or registered area as defined in §§ 3.11 and 3.14 of the Illinois Natural Areas Preservation Act (525 ILCS 30/3.11 and 3.14); (b) Twice the actual damages if the owner has previously notified the person to cease trespassing

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Shorewood · 8.1B-8

International Property Maintenance Code (Ipmc)

Summary

This section of the Shorewood municipal ordinance adopts the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) 2018 edition and specifies modifications. It mandates the replacement of 'name of jurisdiction' and 'chief appointing authority' with 'Village of Shorewood', and 'code official' with 'chief building official or their designee'. It also renames the 'Department of Property Maintenance Inspection' to 'Building Department' and outlines the interpretation of defined terms.

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halls, storage or utility spaces, and similar areas are not considered habitable spaces. HISTORIC BUILDING. Any building or structure that is one or more of the following: 1) Listed or certified as eligible for listing, by the State Historic Preservation Officer or the Keeper of the National Register of Historic Places, in the National Register of Historic Places. 2) Designated as historic under an applicable state or local law. 3) Certified as a contributing resource within a National Register...living, but not for cooking purposes. RUBBISH. Combustible and noncombustible waste materials, except garbage; the term shall include the residue from the burning of wood, coal, coke and other combustible materials, paper, rags, cartons, boxes, wood, excelsior, rubber, leather, tree branches, yard trimmings, tin cans, metals, mineral matter, glass, crockery and dust and other similar materials. SLEEPING UNIT. A room or space in which people sleep, which can also include permanent provisions for living, eating and either sanitation or kitchen

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Flossmoor · 120.3.4

Criteria for appearance

Summary

This section outlines criteria for the physical appearance of Flossmoor's environment, covering site design, buildings, landscaping, and other elements. It aims to guide development towards creative solutions that enhance visual appeal, preserve property values, and promote public welfare, while not stifling innovation.

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provided.(3) Harmony in texture, lines, colors, and mass is required.C. Landscape and site treatment.(1) Where natural or existing topographic patterns contribute to beauty and do not detract from the utility of a development, they shall be preserved and developed. Modification to topography in areas defined by the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance will be permitted only in accordance with the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and requires a permit by the Director of Public Works/Village Engineer.(2) Parking spaces, terraces...others that will be hardy, harmonious to the design, and of good appearance shall be used.(6) In locations where plants will be susceptible to injury by pedestrian or motor traffic, they shall be protected by appropriate curbs, tree guards, or other devices.(7) Parking areas and traffic ways shall be enhanced with landscaped spaces containing trees or tree groupings.(8) Planting in parking lot islands is required to break up long and monotonous expanses of cars. (See Zoning Ordinance

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Libertyville · 26.16.13

Planned developments

Summary

This section establishes "planned developments" as a special permit use in various zoning districts in Libertyville. It aims to allow flexibility in land use regulations for significant developments to achieve objectives such as improved environment, efficient land use, creative design, and preservation of site characteristics.

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combination and coordination of architectural styles, building forms, and building relationships; (e) The preservation and enhancement of desirable site characteristics such as natural topography, vegetation, and geologic features, and the prevention of soil erosion; (f) The provision for the preservation and beneficial use of open space; (g) An increase in the amount of open space over that which would result from the application of conventional subdivision and zoning regulations; and (h) The encouragement of land uses that promote the public...include, where applicable, the following: a. A land use application; b. Proof of ownership; c. Property owner's authorization; d. Narrative; e. Plat of survey; f. Site plan; g. Elevations of proposed structures; h. Final civil engineering plan; i. Trees survey by a certified arborist; j. Landscape plan; k. Lighting plan; l. Traffic study; m. Fiscal impact analysis; n. Sign plans; and o. Aerial photograph of site and surrounding area. (3) Public meeting. A public meeting shall be set, noticed

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Barrington Hills · 5.6.14.2

Specific Requirements And Procedures

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This section outlines the purpose and requirements for submitting a preliminary development plan to the Village of Barrington Hills. It details the necessary information regarding property location, ownership, and applicant representatives to facilitate early evaluation.

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square feet. (2) Gross lot area, net lot area and zoning lot area for each lot within the development, plus minimum, average and maximum gross lot area for the development as a whole. (3) Areas to be preserved as public or private open space. (4) Number and area of parcels of land intended to be dedicated, conveyed or reserved for public use, and the conditions proposed for such disposal and use. g. Plan Submission Requirements: The preliminary development plan shall...flood hazard areas. (6) Preliminary Landscape Plan: A general depiction of proposed landscaping plan required by subsection (B) of this section shall be provided. In addition, to assist in the overall planning procedure and location of proposed improvements, existing tree growth and ground cover within a proposed development shall be identified and located in accordance with the following categories: A. Undisturbed Areas: Within areas which will not be disturbed by construction of improvements, tree growth shall be designated only

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Aurora · 49.103.3

Definitions

Summary

This section defines various categories of accommodation services within Aurora's zoning regulations. It provides specific definitions for 'Hotel, Motel, Or Other Accommodation Services' and its subcategories, including Bed and Breakfast Inns, Rooming and Boarding/Single Room Occupancy, Minor Hotels, Motels, and Limited Service Hotels.

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which produce food products for intermediate or final consumption in a process that primarily uses raw materials from agricultural products. Including but not limited to establishments that produce tobacco, textiles, and leather products, beverage bottling and distributing; canning and preserving; food manufacture, packaging and processing; ice cream and ice manufacture. 3112 Cannabis Processing Facility: A facility operated by an organization or business that is licensed by the Illinois Department of Agriculture to either extract constituent chemicals or compounds to produce...Courses, Public Or Private: This 5200 use category is comprised of establishments which, as a primary or accessory use, allow for playing of golf on a tract of land laid out for at least nine holes and improved with trees, greens fairways, and hazards and that may include a clubhouse and shelter. 5270 Juice Bars, Dry Cabarets, Teenage Cabarets, And Other Non-Alcoholic Bars: This 5200 use category is comprised of establishments which are designed, used or intended

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Highland Park · 150.418

Wind Energy System Regulations

Summary

This section establishes regulations for building-mounted and tower-mounted wind energy systems in Highland Park, aiming to ensure safety, minimize adverse effects, promote renewable energy, and facilitate energy cost savings.

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Clear Area Around TWES. Evidence that there will be sufficient clear area around the proposed turbine to capture wind energy for the purpose of power generation, to be demonstrated by the distance of the turbine from buildings and trees proximate to the turbine that might interfere with wind reaching and powering the turbines. (ii) Engineering Specifications. The TWES facilities' manufacturer's engineering specifications for the tower, turbine and foundation, including detailed drawing of electrical components and installation details, and expected...soil studies, sound levels, shadow flicker, sun glint, ice throw, developmental impacts on the environment or wildlife, electronic interference, stormwater drainage, signage, climb prevention, public safety, construction safety and management, maintenance, public impact and complaints, and decommissioning. (G) Historic Preservation Commission Approval. (1) BWES Facilities. No BWES facilities shall be located on a property that is or contains a City-designated landmark, or is within a City-designated or National Historic District, except upon the prior approval of the City

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Homer Glen · 220.831

Wireless communications facilities and small wireless facilities

Summary

This section establishes comprehensive regulations for the siting, development, design, and permitting of wireless communications facilities (WCFs) and small wireless facilities within Homer Glen. It aims to facilitate infrastructure development, encourage co-location, minimize adverse impacts, and ensure efficient service delivery while adhering to federal and state laws.

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defined herein. A WCF or small wireless facility shall be designed in such a manner as to comply with the criteria for historic preservation as required by the National Register of Historic Places or the Illinois State Historic Preservation Office. (i) Any such design or concealment measures, including restrictions on a specific category of poles, may not have the effect of prohibiting any wireless provider's technology. Such design and concealment measures shall not be considered a part...criteria in determining whether to recommend or issue a special use permit: (a) Proximity of the tower to residential structures and residential district boundaries; (b) Nature of uses on adjacent and nearby properties; (c) Surrounding topography; (d) Surrounding tree coverage and foliage; (e) Proposed ingress and egress; (f) Design of any tower to be part of the WCF, or utility pole or Village utility pole for a small wireless facility or wireless facilities structure with particular reference to design characteristics

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Evanston · 7.2.6

OCCUPATION OF PUBLIC WAYS FOR BUSINESS PURPOSES; PERMITS

Summary

This section establishes permit requirements for various business activities that occupy public rights-of-way in Evanston, including selling merchandise, erecting stands, dumping materials, and operating sidewalk cafes or streateries.

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cane detectable barriers located twenty-seven (27) inches or less above ground. s. Non-permissible enclosure of City property within the boundaries of the sidewalk cafe shall include, but not limited to parking pay boxes, fire hydrants, newspaper stands/boxes, trees, planters and bike racks. These types of items must be accessible to the public or to the City for emergency services. t. No portion of the sidewalk cafe or streatery shall expand to include neighboring businesses, residences or empty lots...street shall not be permitted. ii. Rails/Barriers. When platforms are utilized, the streatery design shall include a protective safety barrier, 36—42 inches in height, around three (3) sides adjacent to parking spaces and the traffic lane to preserve visibility for motorists and provide protection for patrons. All rails/barriers shall be capable of withstanding two hundred (200) pound horizontal force, may not penetrate the surface of the public right-of-way, and shall include cane detectable barriers located twenty-seven

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Chicago · 17.17.0200

General Terms.

Summary

This section of the Chicago municipal ordinance provides definitions for various zoning-related terms. It defines terms such as 'Abandoned Sign Structure', 'Abutting Property Line', 'Accessory Building', 'Accessory Parking', 'Accessory Structure', 'Accessory Use', 'Administrative Adjustment', and 'Inclusionary Application'.

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building surface and that has no sign structure . 17-17-02114 Parapet. A low wall or railing to protect the edge of a roof. 17-17-02115 Parkway, Public. See " public parkway ". 17-17-02116 Parkway Tree. Trees planted or required to be planted within the public parkway . 17-17-02117 Pedestrian Street. Any street officially designated as a pedestrian street in accordance with Sec. 17-3-0500 or Sec. 17-4-0500. 17-17-02118 Permanent Sign. Any sign...however, the size and room limits of this section do not apply to single-room occupancy buildings to the extent necessary for the building to: i) remain in conformance with Chapter 5-15 of the Code (Single-Room Occupancy Preservation Ordinance); or ii) qualify for a government subsidy as determined by the City's Department of Housing. 17-17-02165 Special Character Overlay District. A zoning district that has been established in accordance with the provisions

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Elwood · 162.068

I-1 Office, Research And Light Industrial District

Summary

This section establishes the I-1 Office, Research, and Light Industrial District, outlining its purpose to accommodate research, office, warehousing, and light manufacturing while maintaining quality of life through design and environmental standards. It then lists permitted uses within this district.

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Research and Light Industrial District is intended to provide an environment suitable for and limited to research and development activities, office, warehousing and light manufacturing enterprises. The more stringent conditions and restrictions applied in this district are intended to preserve the quality of life in adjacent districts by encouraging a high degree of design quality, open space and environmental quality. (B) Uses permitted . No land shall be used or occupied and no building, structure or premises shall be erected, altered...rear yard exceeds 75 feet. (G) Landscaping requirements . All development in the I-1 district shall be landscaped as follows. (1) All yards and open spaces surrounding buildings, parking lots, access drives and streets shall be landscaped with trees and shrubs, and shall be maintained by the property owner. (2) Trees in front yards shall be planted at a ratio of at least one, two and one-half-inch caliper shade tree for every 30 feet of street frontage. Strategic

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Glendale Heights · 11.2.2

Definitions

Summary

This section of the Glendale Heights municipal code provides definitions for various terms used throughout the code, with a particular focus on defining different types of establishments related to adult entertainment and related materials. It also includes cross-references to related definitions for 'Accessory' terms.

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marriage to the operator and which does not provide care for surgical or medical cases commonly treated in hospitals. OBSTRUCTION: Any building or structure, or part thereof, in the way of any open area required by this title, excluding trees and shrubs. OCTAVE BAND: All the frequencies between a given frequency and double that frequency. OCTAVE BAND FILTER: An electrical frequency analyzer designed according to standards formulated by the American Standards Association and used in conjunction with a sound level...OPEN SPACE, COMMON: Gross site area not covered by buildings or pavement that is permanently set aside for the common use and enjoyment of the residents or businesses within a development or for the community at large and the preservation and perpetual maintenance of which is assured by dedication to the village or other satisfactory legal arrangement. Common open space shall not include street rights of way, off street parking or loading areas, or detention or retention areas. OPTION HOLDER

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Braceville · 155.057

Required Land Improvements

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This section outlines the requirements for land improvements and utilities before a Final Plat of subdivision can be approved. It mandates that plans and specifications, prepared by a registered engineer, must be submitted and certified by the Village Engineer to meet minimum standards set by various governing authorities.

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foot easement parallel and behind the sidewalk. Said laterals should be connected to the storm sewer system at inlets or catch basins. Service connections directly to the storm sewer pipe are permitted only with precast connections in order to preserve the structural and hydraulic integrity of the mainline sewer. Water supply system. General. No residential, commercial or industrial subdivision, or P.U.D. shall be approved unless it is served by the village's water supply system. In the case...lines, and of all such service connections in distances in feet from side lot lines approved by the Village Engineer of the Village of Braceville, shall be filed with the Village Clerk. Streets and Alleys. Street Grading. All stumps, trees that cannot be saved, boulders, and similar items in street right-of-way shall be removed. Before any paving work is commenced, all street and alley grading shall be properly completed as shown on the Grading Plan and Approved

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Braceville · 156.113

A-1 Agricultural District

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This section establishes the A-1 Agricultural District to preserve agricultural productivity by protecting prime farmland and limiting urban sprawl. It aims to maintain large agricultural areas and allows for low-density residential development primarily for those associated with agricultural production.

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fairgrounds are not subject to the regulations of this section relating to off-street parking and loading, floor area ratio and signs. A residence for a caretaker shall be permitted on the property. Home occupations. Parks, forest preserves, and recreational areas, when publicly-owned and operated. Private stables for use by the residents of the zoning lot and their guests on a lot not less than two acres in area, with one horse allowed for the first two acres...more the five acres but less than 10.01 acres in size and is neither square nor rectangular in shape; or Is classified as woodlands where more than 50% of the acreage of the lot contains deciduous or evergreen trees. Is classified as non-floodplain where more than 50% of the acreage of the lot is not in a floodplain as determined by the latest National Flood Insurance Program Flood Insurance Rate Map. Excludes peninsular extensions from computation of the minimum

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Coal City · 155.57

Required land improvements

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for land improvements and utilities before a final plat of subdivision can be approved. It mandates that owners/subdividers submit detailed plans prepared by a registered engineer, which the Village Engineer must certify meet all applicable jurisdictional requirements and specific design standards.

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easement parallel to and behind the sidewalk. Said laterals should be connected to the storm sewer system at inlets or catch basins. Service connections directly to the storm sewer pipe are permitted only with precast connections in order to preserve the structural and hydraulic integrity of the mainline sewer.D. Water supply system.(1) General.(a) No residential, commercial or industrial subdivision, or PUD shall be approved unless it is served by the Village's water supply system...such service connections in distances in feet from side lot lines approved by the Village Engineer of the Village of Coal City, shall be filed with the Village Clerk.F. Streets and alleys.(1) Street grading.(a) All stumps, trees that cannot be saved, boulders, and similar items in the street right-of-way shall be removed.(b) Before any paving work is commenced, all street and alley grading shall be properly completed as shown on the grading plan approved

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Lake Forest · 150.148

Building Scale And Environment

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This section outlines the purpose of regulating building scale and environment in Lake Forest, citing concerns about unprecedented development pressures and the need to preserve the city's historical character, public health, safety, and well-being by balancing building size with lot area and the surrounding environment.

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state and it has grown in essential accord with its Comprehensive Plan. In order to preserve and protect the existing developed properties in the city, to maintain the Comprehensive Plan of the city to regulate development and to preserve and protect the public health, safety and well-being, it is necessary to regulate building scale and environment. (2) The city is experiencing unprecedented real estate development pressures. As a result, there is real concern with the scale of some...satisfied and at least one of the other Standards set forth in this division (D) is met. (1) Standard 1. The project is consistent with the design standards in § 150.147 of the city code. (2) Standard 2. Mature trees and other vegetation on the property effectively mitigate the appearance of excessive height and mass of the structure and as a result, the proposed development is in keeping with the streetscape and overall neighborhood. (3) Standard 3. New structures or additions

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Crete · 28.296

Business buffer district, generally

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This section establishes a "business buffer district" intended to provide a regulated environment for businesses typically located near downtown commercial areas and historically significant structures. The purpose is to preserve aesthetic beauty, promote compatibility between existing structures and new businesses, and create a buffer between commercial and residential zones.

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structures having architectural or historical significance to the community as a whole. It is the purpose of this zoning classification to preserve the aesthetic beauty and charm commonly associated with residential areas of this nature and to promote the preservation of a "buffer" between areas of intense commercial use and areas of residential use. It is intended that by creating the business buffer district, the village authorities can impart some measure of regulation in relation to buildings and structures located...strip of land adjacent to and running parallel to the front and corner side yard (where applicable) for the width or depth of the lot shall be landscaped. Landscaping shall consist of a combination of the following materials: Grass, trees, low-living plant materials and defined areas of non-living groundcover materials. (e) Definitions. The following words and phrases, when used in sections 28-296 through 28-300, shall have the meaning set forth below, except where otherwise specifically indicated

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Pingree Grove · 5.4.1

Nuisances Declared

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This section declares specific plant and weed conditions as public nuisances in Pingree Grove. It prohibits grass or weeds exceeding six inches in height, with exemptions for certain protected areas, cultivated agricultural plants, and small garden plots, under specific conditions.

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declared to be public nuisances within the village: A. Grass or weeds in excess of six inches (6") in height (this limitation on plant height shall not apply to: 1) areas designated as wetland preserves, areas contained within forest preserves or areas delineated as required by the Illinois environmental protection agency to receive treated wastewater as a part of the village land treatment system; and 2) agricultural plants being cultivated in areas of the village zoned to allow such agricultural...feet of the property. For purposes of this subsection, "agricultural plants" shall be defined as those plants that are commonly understood to be grown for human or animal consumption such as grains, vegetables and fruit species 1 ); B. Trees or bushes which: 1) create an actual or potential public safety hazard; 2) impair access to any public right of way, utility installation, or aboveground utility line or wire; 3) create or contribute toward a building code violation (including

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